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leaves of the wine series. We always found the dark-pink flowers of the wines to be not quite the right contrast to catch the eye. Time will tell how Tuxedo holds up but, we are hopeful. In our experience, if you want darker leaves and pink flowers, save some royalty fees and check out “Minor Black” and “Minuet.” If green leaves are more appropriate for your design, check out a newer plant named “Maroon Swoon.” Our visit with Bill was our first introduction to this one, and after holding the flowers of French Lace next to Maroon Swoon, you really appreciate the benefit of contrasting colors. The deep-red on top of deep-green, which lasts the majority of the summer, will create a beautiful contrast in the shrub border and provide great color for the garden.
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margined in gold with hints of red, at times. While not a very strong flower producer, this plant is great in mass at the front of the border for foliage effect. So, give the “old fashioned” plants another go around and see what affects you can add to the landscape with these foliage and flowering, long time favorites.
Jim Funai is full-time faculty at Cuyahoga Community College, a NALP accredited associate of applied science in hoticulture degree program. He is pursuing a PhD in Landscape Engineering and Forestry and is a Licensed Arborist. Shelley Funai is Grounds Manager at Stan Hywett Hall and Gardens in Akron, Ohio, which offers a historic estate designed by Warren H. Manning and a beautiful manor house museum. She is Landscape Industry Certified in
On the dwarf side, “My Monet” was a favorite of ours – for a while – but it seemed to have some issues holding up its fullness and color. “My Monet Sunset” seems to be an improved version that stays under 24” and offers green leaves
Ornamental Plant Care. Contact Jim and Shelley via email at hortsquad@ gmail.com.
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